News & Openings in NYC

Something new is always opening in New York City, which is what makes this city such a fantastic place to live! Check out all the new openings and best things to do in NYC right now with kids. We've rounded up the best new exhibits, parks, theme parks, entertainment venues, outdoor art, and NYC restaurants opening now across the city. Visit our News & Openings Guide for NYC to see the latest.

New Openings for Kids in NYC
Beautiful murals and stunning hands-on exhibits inspired by its home borough welcome visitors at the long-awaited Bronx Children's Museum.
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Inside the New Bronx Children's Museum Now Open in the South Bronx
Invisible Worlds is one of the new exhibitions at the Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation set to open at the American Museum of Natural History on Thursday, May 4.
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AMNH's Gilder Center Opens Bringing Butterflies, Bugs, and More Kid-Friendly Exhibits
CityPickle has opened up 14 pickleball courts spread across Wollman Rink for the spring, summer, and early fall.
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Visiting CityPickle at Wollman Rink with Kids: NYC's New Pickleball Destination
Build larger-than-life Magna-Tile structures and much more at Genius Gems, a brand-new, STEM-inspired play space in Chelsea.
Genius Gems Debuts STEM-Inspired Play Space in Chelsea
Sensory guides posted outside rides and attractions are one of the resources Legoland New York offers as a Certified Autism Center. Photo courtesy of Legoland
What's New at Legoland New York for 2023 Season
Get into the action at Jersey City's RPM Raceway, which has just debuted the world's longest indoor go-karting track.
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Jersey City's RPM Raceway Expands with World's Longest Go-Kart Track

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The Met Replica lets users scan artwork to learn more about the pieces and add it to their collection to outfit their Roblox characters.
The Met Meets Roblox in New App that Lets Visitors Interact with the Artwork
Kids will get a kick out of this new interactive app that gamifies your museum visit.
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Legoland New York is set to beat the summer heat with a cool giveaway: 25 lucky visitors receive a family four-pack of season passes every time the temp hits 100.
Legoland New York Set to Giveaway 100 Season Passes as Summer Temps Soar
Soaring temps mean FREE season passes at our favorite Hudson Valley theme park.
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There are even more opportunities to explore the Hudson Valley history this summer at Phillipsburg Manor and beyond. Photo courtesy of Historic Hudson Valley
Historic Hudson Valley Expands Tour Offerings for Summer Visitors
Explore the region's past at these historical properties.
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The Eric Carle Story brings a new batch of beloved children's books to the stage in NYC. Photo courtesy of Rockefeller Productions
Rockefeller Studios Brings The Eric Carle Story Show to NYC; Readers Get First Access to Tickets
This enchanting show will wow young audiences. Get tickets now.
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A ride on Lynn's Trapeze puts a smile on the face of visitors young and old.
Luna Park Guide: New Rides and Tips for Visiting Coney Island with Kids
A visit to this seaside amusement park is a summer must.
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Budgie Landing invites guests into the habitat of 1,000 free-flying mini-parrots for a chance to feed them from a stick.
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Bronx Zoo's New Budgie Landing Lets You Interact with the Birds
Interact and feed beautiful birds a this new exhibit.
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